Information | Getting started at MP
We receive many enquiries every week at Macclesfield Performance. The most common question is “how do I join and what does signing up entail?”
It occurred to us that for us, this is a simple every day occurrence but to many the first step, and joining up to a gym, can often be quite confusing and concerning especially where of course hard earned money is involved.
One thing you can count on at Macclesfield Performance and Run Macclesfield is we are honest, open and upfront with information. We like to leave no uncertainty or concerns for our members.
We have decided to list below, the most common process for signing up so you know exactly what to expect if you decide to pay us a visit and/or join one one of our memberships in future.
One off sessions
Booking a one off session is easy. Simply head to our booking page and choose what you’d like to do, choose the number of people joining you, have your card at the ready and pay the classes/course/open gym fee.
Membership
Signing up to a membership package is much the same as booking a one off session. Choose your package, fill in your contact details and input your card details.
Members do not need to book classes if their membership package includes classes, just show up and join in.
a) Your first payment will be taken immediately from your account.
b) You will receive a confirmation email. Make sure you keep hold of it.
c) You will be invited via email to download and join our “Sign In Companion App” there you will be given a 5 digit pass number to to set up your Members QR code or quick and easy access to MP.
c) If you have chosen a membership package then this is a payment subscription. Payment for this will leave your account on the same date each month.
d) Remember we said to keep hold of your confirmation email? You can use this email to cancel your membership at any time. You will see there is a link on that email for cancellation. There are no fees or early exit charges. We do not offer refunds but as you pay in advance of the month you have the whole month to enjoy what you paid for should you decide to leave at any time.
Some of our membership packages come with additional perks such as discounts and freebies. If any of these interest you and match your subscription be sure to get in touch for more information.
Discounts include
Money off 121 coaching and personal training.
Money off sports therapy, rehabilitation and sports massage.
Free posture and movement screening with in house Sports Therapist Tom.
Access to courses and programmes only available to certain level members.
Still not sure of what to do?
Give us a call or drop us a line to arrange for one of our staff to show you around and talk you through our timetable and your options at Macclesfield Performance and Run Macclesfield.
News | Meet Sam
I am really excited to be joining Macclesfield Performance. I am a strength and conditioning coach and a personal trainer. I specialise in strength and conditioning for outdoor athletes – anyone who enjoys the great outdoors, either competitively or purely for fun.
Although there can be some old-school thinking/reluctance around strength training in outdoor athlete communities, the bottom line is that if you’re a cyclist (road or MTB), climber, mountaineer, runner, triathlete, wild swimmer, skier, snowboarder or even paraglider, targeted, individualised strength training can make you faster, stronger and more injury-resistant. All of which mean that you can perform at a higher level, train more consistently and enjoy your sport more. Strength can help you keep you racking up those great adventures for many years to come!
Having spent many years in a busy, stressful, time-poor (non-fitness) job I know how hard it is to keep fit and strong in and around the other pressures of life. Because of this, I also provide personal training for anyone who would simply like to get stronger and fitter, but who might not know where to start or how to fit it into a busy life. There is a lot of confusing information out there and sometimes we all just need someone who knows what they’re talking about to point us in the right direction.
I have a life-long love of sport, exercise and the outdoors. Previously a county- and university-level badminton player and coach, most of my 20s and 30s were focussed on outdoor sports, in particular climbing, cycling and winter sports. I’ve been cycling (including competitively) for 30 years, climbing for 11 years and snowboarding for 20 years, and they’re just my 3 favourite ones!
Although sport and exercise has always been central to my personal life, it hasn’t always been my professional life. After originally starting a sport science degree at Glasgow University, my interests evolved a little, and I eventually gained a PhD in Biochemistry and Cell Biology from The University of Bristol, via a couple of stints living in Japan. I worked for a number of years researching the molecular mechanisms behind cancer and other diseases, and later I moved into medical, scientific and health communications here in Macclesfield.
Multiple injuries over the years led me to explore and become passionate about focussed, science-based strength training, and I came to view strength as the absolute foundation for long-term athletic performance, injury resistance, recovery and health, both physical and mental. Over time I decided to leave my career in science and communications to pursue a new career providing strength coaching and personal fitness training.
It is my mission to provide highly personalised, evidence-driven training and coaching to athletes and non-athletes alike, blending my own athletic-, scientific-, life- and career-experience to help people meet their own sporting, health and life goals as efficiently, effectively and sustainably as possible.
If you’d like to explore getting stronger, whatever your sport or motivation, please come and chat to me on the MP gym floor, or contact me via my website for more information.
I look forward to meeting you!
Morning Fit & Strong Course at Macclesfield Performance
We only have 6 places left on our upcoming morning Fit & Strong course starting on Monday 10th June.
To help you make your decision and to avoid you missing your chance to book your place we have listed below some information about the course.
Course Session Days/Times
Monday & Friday
9.30am - 10.30am
These are programmed 1 hour coached sessions. All course participants will receive 15 weeks of programmed training to help them achieve their goals.
This programme is delivered by our coaches every Monday & Friday at 9.30am in a small group setting and is coupled with a course pack and a private training community on Facebook. It is not essential to have Facebook. We will make sure you are kept up to date with any important information if you do not.
We don’t just stop there, as part of the course you also get 100% access to our entire timetable. Meaning you can attend any classes and open gym sessions at MP for the full 15 weeks as well.
Course Price
The course is £200 upfront or £50 per month for 4 months.
Our courses at Macclesfield Performance are accessible to our “Elite Members” at no extra cost provided they book their place. There are no hidden charges. Therefore all you need to do to secure your place on this course is join as an “Elite” member and book your place before they run out.
Booking is done via email to team@macclesfieldperformance.co.uk
You may prefer an upfront payment to help ensure your regular commitment to a fully paid for course. If you are lacking in motivation this is a great way to make sure you show!
If that is the case we also accept the up front payment in full of £200 for your 4 months membership.
What else?
All course attendees are treated to a graduation event at the end of the course. Our latest graduation event was an exclusive photo shoot with fitness photographer Eddie Whitehead Photography. The group were treated to a fun shoot and five of their favorite images professionally presented to keep.
Watch this space for the surprise graduation event for you and your course mates following completion of your course!
All course attendees are also taken through a full movement screening to ensure that their programming is individualised and created specifically for them, their limitations or advances and their goals.
Who can book?
You. All of our courses are open to current members and non-members to book.
No matter your sex, experience, age (so long as you are over 16) you are suitable. We like a challenge. All we ask is you bring your game face, be motivated to work hard and learn.
Our coaches work tirelessly to ensure they deliver the best quality service to you and so in return all they ask is you open heartedly give it what you can. If you put in the time and effort you will reap the rewards.
What if I miss some dates while I am away?
100% attendance is not compulsory, any sessions you have missed will be in your coursework packs. This means you can catch up during open gym, or even take the session away with you to do on your travels if you find a gym. We offer the freedom and resources to you for you to make it work for you!
I have an injury, can I still do this programme?
Of course! This is why we provide you with a movement screening before you start the programme so that we can identify any injuries or muscle imbalances that we need to work with. Our expert coaches will then adapt the programme to suit your needs.